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ADB’s contribution to development may be unknown where ADB branding is not publicly visible to stakeholders. ICT equipment, science laboratories, and other physical infrastructure provided under the project were not accompanied by ADB branding (plaques, stickers, etc.). This approach is inconsistent with current practice among development partners and diminishes the visibility of ADB’s positive contributions to development.

Project Number: 39254-022
Project Name: Education Sector Reform Project
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Where ADB is recognized as the lead development partner in a sector ADB is often well placed to support the partner government with formal development partner coordination in that sector. ADB has been the lead development partner in the Mongolia education sector since 1996, and as such is well placed to support the government to recommence education sector development partner coordination.

Project Number: 39254-022
Project Name: Education Sector Reform Project
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Project design and implementation schedule. The PCR noted that the targeted timing of some targets in the DMF were unrealistic. Most milestones were front-loaded and planned to be completed within the first 2 years of implementation, hence, the awarding of related contracts and disbursements presented considerable challenges. Since activities to implement the policy reform require intensive coordination among various stakeholders, sufficient time and a degree of flexibility in scheduling need to be provided in the project design (e.g., to respond to changes in government priorities).

Project Number: 39254-022
Project Name: Education Sector Reform Project
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Provision of consultants and stability of PIU staff. In situations and certain types of projects where there are expected changes in government and PIU staff, larger consultant inputs is warranted during strategic planning and implementation. Achieving institutional reforms always presents particular challenges and when there is a change of government during implementation, then it should be anticipated that progress is likely to be interrupted.

Project Number: 39254-022
Project Name: Education Sector Reform Project
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Technical assistance for capacity building. The PCR suggested that the lack of capacity to prepare bidding documents, evaluate bids, and monitor contract execution delayed project implementation. Technical assistance directed toward building such capacity, along with support in procuring technical equipment and materials (e.g., natural science laboratory equipment, didactic books for TTIs, and ICT learning objects) could have prevented procurement delays due to capacity constraints.

Project Number: 39254-022
Project Name: Education Sector Reform Project
Report Date:
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No new lessons

Project Number: 43127-012
Project Name: Education for the Poor—Financial Crisis Response Project
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Project design and implementation schedule. Design and implementation of policy reform activities are inherently complex, requiring coordination between various stakeholders. Considering the complexities, sufficient time should be allowed. Some of the target years specified in the DMF (design and monitoring framework) were unrealistic. Given the time required for design and implementation, especially under uncertain political situations, an adequate degree of flexibility needs to be built into the project design to respond to changes in the government's policies and priorities.

Project Number: 39254-022
Project Name: Education Sector Reform Project
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No additional lesson.

Project Number: 43096-013
Project Name: Social Sectors Support Program
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Strong government commitment to the education sector and the strategic leadership of the Ministry of Education and Science (MEDS), backed by a highly capable project implementation unit, were important for keeping the project on track. Their commitment and policy oversight ensured that the findings and recommendations from implementation and from the studies supported under the project were considered in the formulation of evidence-based policy.

Project Number: 43127-012
Project Name: Education for the Poor - Financial Crisis Response Project
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Selection of a consulting consortium that consisted of professional education institutions, both national and international, proved to be very effective in providing guidance on international best practices while aptly assessing local conditions so as to make assessments and recommendations.

Project Number: 43127-012
Project Name: Education for the Poor - Financial Crisis Response Project
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The studies under the project provided extremely useful insights into international best practices, raised issues about implementation, and made policy recommendations for consideration by the MEDS. The project implementation unit ensured that for each study, the draft findings were shared at a policy workshop that included MEDS officials and other stakeholders. Having these workshops built into the project design was very useful. This approach has helped to create a better education policy for Mongolia, one based on evidence and practical experience.

Project Number: 43127-012
Project Name: Education for the Poor - Financial Crisis Response Project
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The emphasis on capacity building helped to strengthen capacity for planning, implementation, and monitoring at the central, provincial, soum, village, and school levels. Stronger capacity ensured timely implementation and also contributed to greater awareness of the long-term impact of education sector programs.

Project Number: 43127-012
Project Name: Education for the Poor - Financial Crisis Response Project
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Having a project implementation unit that was well equipped with qualified, experienced staff also contributed to efficient project management and implementation. Training on disbursement and procurement procedures early on could help prevent deviation from appropriate institutional procedures.

Project Number: 43127-012
Project Name: Education for the Poor - Financial Crisis Response Project
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No new lessons.

Project Number: 31213-013
Project Name: Second Education Development Project
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The technical assistance (TA) attached to the program proved to be crucial to achieving the policy reforms. The TA inputs ensured the technical quality and overall sustainability of the policy measures and contributed significantly to the success of the program. The experience points to the need to back up program loans with strong technical assistance.

Project Number: 43096-013
Project Name: Social Sectors Support Program
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